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UCFV-administered bursaries - Bursaries listed may be subject to change UCFV administered bursaries are non-repayable grants offered to students who: - demonstrate genuine financial need
- have exhausted all other types of funding (i.e., work, government or bank student assistance programs)
- enrolled in a UCFV program at a post-secondary level
- show satisfactory academic achievement (2.0 GPA or better)
- meet the criteria of the bursaries applied for and making sure that all documentation required is submitted with the bursary application.
One application per academic year. Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. Bursary information will be posted on UCFV Bursary bulletin boards when available. UCFV Bursary applications and any further information on the bursaries listed below is available from UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (604) 864-4601.
ABBOTSFORD KINSMEN - KELLY LENIHAN MEMORIAL BURSARY - to honour a member of the Abbotsford Kinsmen's Club, who died tragically in a motor vehicle accident. AMOUNT: $500 AVAILABLE TO: A full-time student in a diploma or degree program, which will lead to a career in the helping professions including social Services, Early Childhood Education/Child and Youth Care, Adult Education, or Nursing. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - be enrolled in full-time studies (minimum three classes)
- have completed at least one year of studies at UCFV
- have good academic standing
- provide evidence of financial need
- submit a letter outlining their career and education goals
- present one letter of reference attesting to the applicant's high ideals and quality of citizenship
ABBOTSFORD QUILTERS GUILD AWARD AMOUNT: $500 (one available) To be awarded Jan 30. AVAILABLE TO: A UCFV student enrolled in the Fashion Design program pursuing courses in the Textiles Option and registered in a minimum of 3 courses. Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. CRITERIA: The recipient of this award must be registered in a Fashion Design - Textile option course during the Fall semester and be returning for the Winter semester. The successful applicant will have attained a B grade or better in the textile option course and three other fashion courses. Student must also demonstrate financial need. STIPULATIONS: Applicant must submit a general UCFV Bursary Application form. This will include a letter outlining their career and educational goals, as well as an explanation on how the award will assist the attainment of these goals.
BETTY URQUHART BURSARY AMOUNT: Varies (approx. $900) AVAILABLE TO: A mature student residing in Chilliwack, Agassiz, or Hope who is continuing full-time studies in a UCFV program that leads to a diploma or degree. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants with a good academic standing who present evidence of volunteer community support work and involvement over the past three years. Financial need will also be an important consideration. Applicants should submit a letter which describes their career and educational goals along with their application. Applicants should also complete the financial budget, and provide a record of academic achievement.
B.C. LUNG ASSOCIATION NURSING BURSARY AMOUNT: $1,000 or 2 at $500 each AVAILABLE TO: A worthy second-year nursing student who is in good academic standing in the program and who is in financial need. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early.
B.C. MEDICAL SERVICES FOUNDATION - NURSING BURSARY AMOUNT: $1000 (10 available) AVAILABLE TO: Full-time students enrolled in the UCFV Nursing Program. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Be enrolled in UCFV Nursing Program full-time
- Have completed at least one year of post-secondary education
- 2.0 GPA or better
- Must demonstrate financial need - provide documentation if possible
BRANT JOHN BORDEWICK CAMPIONI MEMORIAL BURSARY - established in memory of Brant Campioni who graduated from the Coastal Pacific Aviation/UCFV Business diploma program in 1993, and was tragically killed in an air accident in 2002. Aviation thrilled, inspired and challenged Brant, this bursary commemorates his spirit, as well as his love for life and the aviation industry. AMOUNT: $500 AVAILABLE TO: A full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation program or the Aviation Diploma. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Recipients must be enrolled in full-time studies (minimum of three courses).
- Recipients must be a Canadian citizen.
- Academic standing must be average or better.
- Applicants must provide evidence of financial need.
APPLICATION MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING: - A letter outlining personal interests, career and educational goals, and reasons why they have chosen this field.
- A letter of reference attesting to the applicant's dedication and/or talent in aviation.
CHILLIWACK FOUNDATION BURSARIES AMOUNT: Varies (approx. 10 @ $1000) AVAILABLE TO: Full-time UCFV students enrolled in a minimum of 3 courses, who reside in the Chilliwack, Agassiz, Harrison or Hope area. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Enrolled in a program, which can lead to a certificate, diploma or degree.
- Must identify vocational or academic goals.
- Students who, along with their families, where possible, are contributing towards their educational costs.
- Applicants must demonstrate genuine financial need.
- Must show satisfactory academic achievement or potential for satisfactory achievement (2.0 GPA or better).
- Must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant.
CONTINUING STUDIES BURSARY AMOUNT: Up to $1000 per year (several available - limited funds) AVAILABLE TO: Students who have B.C. Secondary School graduation or equivalent, 19 years of age or older and who are taking courses leading to employment through UCFV Continuing Studies. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (Continuing Studies Bursary application) DEADLINE: Ongoing as funds permit. STIPULATIONS: Applicants must be enrolling in Continuing Studies courses, and must demonstrate high financial need to be eligible for funding.
CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BURSARIES AMOUNT: Up to $800 (limited funds) AVAILABLE TO: Student or students who might otherwise have difficulty completing their studies by reason of financial hardship. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Recipients are to be Canadians residing in British Columbia and in attendance at UCFV.
ELLA PRETTY BURSARY AMOUNT: Varies (approx. $200) AVAILABLE TO: UCFV students who have successfully completed the first year of the Library and Information Technology program, and who will be enrolled for the second year of that program. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Applicants must be able to show evidence of financial need.
ERIC MILES MEMORIAL BURSARY AMOUNT: $300 AVAILABLE TO: A UCFV out-of-province student enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration (Aviation) program. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. CRITERIA: Student must demonstrate financial need. STIPULATIONS: Applicant must submit a general UCFV Bursary application form. This will include a letter outlining their career and educational goals, as well as an explanation on how the award will assist the attainment of these goals.
ERM FIORILLO - HAL DAVIS CKNW ORPHANS' FUND BURSARY - The CKNW Orphans' Fund has established a permanent endowment to provide awards to students who are completing their education with good academic standing AMOUNT: Varies (approx. 10 @ $500) AVAILABLE TO: Single parents with dependent children. APPLY TO: Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Demonstrate genuine financial need
- Show satisfactory academic achievement (2.0 or better)
THE GEOGRAPHY UNDERGRADUATE SOCIETY BURSARY AMOUNT: $250 (two available) AVAILABLE TO: A full-time UCFV student enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts pursuing a minor, extended minor or major in geography. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Applicant must submit a general UCFV Bursary application form. This will include a letter outlining their career and educational goals, as well as an explanation on how the award will assist the attainment of these goals.
HAZEL McIVOR MEMORIAL BURSARY AMOUNT: $350 (for tuition, books, and supplies) AVAILABLE TO: Any student who wishes to pursue full-time studies at UCFV in Applied Business Technology, Legal Secretary or a related field. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Applicants are to be Canadian citizens who live in the UCFV geographical area. They must have been out of school for at least two years an in the process of making either a career change or a transition from home to work. Applicants must also show a need for financial assistance to commence studies at UCFV.
LESLIE HALVORSON MEMORIAL BURSARY AMOUNT: Varies (approx. $650) AVAILABLE TO: Single mother attending UCFV as a full-time student in the Social Services or Social Work program (diploma or degree). APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early.
MART KENNEY - EASTER SEAL BURSARY (BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities) AMOUNT: $500 (2 available) AVAILABLE TO: A UCFV student who is a resident of BC and has one or more physical or developmental disabilities. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Student must be enrolled part-time or full-time in post secondary course(s) at UCFV. Student must demonstrate financial need and provide documentation of their disability.
MARY WHITE MEMORIAL BURSARIES - given in honour of long-time UCFV employee Mary White AMOUNT: Two bursaries of $449.50 (available for 2005/2006 only) AVAILABLE TO: Continuing full-time students in the Library and Information Technology program. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Recipients must be continuing students enrolled in three or more courses in the Library and Information Technology program at UCFV.
- Recipients must be a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant.
- Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.3.
- Student must be able to demonstrate financial need.
- This award is available to students who reside in the Fraser Valley.
APPLICATION MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING: Recipients must submit a letter demonstrating initiative and leadership in their involvement in the UCFV community, as well as indicating their interest in pursuing further education.
MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BURSARY AMOUNT: 2 @ $500 AVAILABLE TO: UCFV students who have completed at least one semester, full time in any Agriculture program. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Must show satisfactory achievement or potential for satisfactory achievement (2.0 GPA or better)
- Applicants must demonstrate genuine financial need.
PEO SISTERHOOD (CHAPTER R, CHILLIWACK) BURSARY AMOUNT: $600 (one only) AVAILABLE TO: A Chilliwack woman who finds it necessary or desirable to resume her education. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Preference will be given to a mature woman with family responsibilities who is enrolled in full-time studies.
PINEGROVE GARDEN CLUB BURSARY AMOUNT: $500 AVAILABLE: Mature student enrolled in a UCFV Horticulture studies program. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Applicants must be in financial need.
ROBERT (BOB) FORSYTHE MEMORIAL BURSARY AMOUNT: $500 AVAILABLE TO: Theatre students who show spirit, commitment and potential and who are continuing into upper levels of the program. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: - Financial Need
- Minimum GPA of 2.33 (C+)
- The recipient must live in the Fraser Valley Region
- Recipients must be continuing students enrolled in three or more courses in the UCFV Theatre program
- Recipients must be a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant.
APPLICATION MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING:
A letter of support demonstrating one or more of the following qualities: talent, integrity, character, commitment and discipline.
TERASEN PIPELINES INC. BURSARY AMOUNT: $500 AVAILABLE TO: UCFV students in the areas of science, engineering or technology, who reside along the pipeline.. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Bursary is based on academic standing and demonstrated financial need.
UCFV BOARD BURSARIES AMOUNT: Amounts vary according to financial need ($100 - $1200) AVAILABLE TO: UCFV students who are enrolled in a post-secondary program at UCFV and who, along with their families where possible, are contributing towards their educational costs, have exhausted all other types of funding (i.e. work, government or bank student assistance programs), but still require and merit further financial assistance. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Applicants must show genuine financial need. Awards are contingent upon satisfactory progress (2.0 GPA) at UCFV.
UCFV CHILDCARE BURSARY AMOUNT: Up to $500 AVAILABLE TO: UCFV students currently enrolled in full-time or part-time post-secondary studies with dependent children who require childcare. APPLY TO: UCFV Student Financial Aid Services (UCFV Bursary application) NOTE: Applications will be accepted between September 15 and up to March 15. Funds are limited and may be exhausted before March 15. Apply early. STIPULATIONS: Applicants must demonstrate genuine financial need. Receipts for childcare costs must be submitted with the application to be considered for the bursary.
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